FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony W550
95 Imaging
35 Features
19 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
28 Overall
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony W550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
- 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
- Released July 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix Z808EXR
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced July 2011

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony W550 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the FujiFilm Z800EXR versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Z800EXR (12MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the Z800EXR (1/2") and W550 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

The Z800EXR was brought out 12 months before the W550 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Z800EXR scores against the W550 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony W550 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm Z800EXR Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Sony W550
Z800EXR | W550 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the FujiFilm Z800EXR
W550 | Z800EXR | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Sony W550
Z800EXR | W550 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Z800EXR features physical measurements of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony W550 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm Z800EXR versus Sony W550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Z800EXR compared to the W550.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z800EXR and W550 is 95 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z800EXR and W550.
To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z800EXR because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony W550 will give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Z800EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony W550 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony W550 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
Also referred to as | FinePix Z808EXR | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-07-21 | 2011-07-24 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.7 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | - |
Cost at release | $200 | $119 |